US Bridges

US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek

Good

Hillsborough County, Florida · 2.48MI South of CR-672 · Structure no. 100091

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
39,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek in Hillsborough County, Florida. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 39,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,532 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS-41 (SR-45)
CrossesWildcat Creek
Location2.48MI South of CR-672
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateFlorida
Coordinates27.7606, -82.3993
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.8 US tons
Inventory rating49.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,500 (2023)
Projected traffic68,532 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek carry?

About 39,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US-41 (SR-45) over Wildcat Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.